Boston Ability Center

Boston Ability Center The Boston Ability Center The center offers physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy in a setting that is full of fun and adventure.

The Boston Ability Center is a state of the art pediatric wellness center that is dedicated to helping kids reach their highest level of function in every area of development. A variety of wellness classes are also offered: each one designed by specialists to help kids become confident and motivated in their path toward healthy, happy lives.

Shake it up! 🌀 We know the idea of Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) can sound a little strange at first - but it’s actually a ...
02/28/2026

Shake it up! 🌀 We know the idea of Whole-Body Vibration (WBV) can sound a little strange at first - but it’s actually a research-backed tool our PTs use to support strength, tone, and motor development.

In our newest blog post, BAC physical therapist Lacey Anderson, PT, DPT breaks down how WBV works, who it can help, and why kids love it (hint: it feels like play - even when their muscles are working hard!).

Tap the link to learn more about how we use Whole-Body Vibration at the BAC - and how these "good vibrations" can make a big difference inside a therapy session!

www.bostonabilitycenter.com/post/shake-it-up-how-whole-body-vibration-can-support-kids-strength-tone-motor-development

Some of the best OT tools aren’t fancy toys - they’re everyday items hiding in plain sight! And if you’re officially ❄️ ...
02/26/2026

Some of the best OT tools aren’t fancy toys - they’re everyday items hiding in plain sight! And if you’re officially ❄️ OVER ❄️ real snow but your kids aren’t 😅😅, BAC occupational therapist Elizabeth Martin thinks plastic-bag snowballs are the perfect compromise 🤝 Just ball up a few grocery / packaging bags, secure them with tape, and you’ve got a soft, safe, indoor-friendly play tool + plus a great way to give those extra bags a second life instead of tossing them.

Why Liz loves them in OT:
🔵 Fine motor: crumpling and grasping builds hand / finger strength & dexterity
🔵 Bilateral coordination: both hands work together to create snowballs and throw / catch them
🔵 Gross motor: throwing, crawling, squatting, retrieving = full-body strength and balance work
🔵 Sensory: crinkly texture + sound + proprioceptive input for regulation
🔵 Visual motor integration: tracking moving snowballs and aiming at targets develops hand-eye coordination
🔵 Executive functioning: turn-taking, flexibility, and problem-solving through games

All the fun of a snowball fight, none of the wet socks (iykyk) 😂

Want to love where you work AND who you work with?! The Boston Ability Center is growing - and we’re looking for passion...
02/24/2026

Want to love where you work AND who you work with?! The Boston Ability Center is growing - and we’re looking for passionate professionals to grow with us.

Our approach is rooted in clear values:
• Maximizing every child’s unique abilities
• Empowering parents through knowledge & partnership
• Building a strong, collaborative community
• Leading with expertise and compassion

We’re hiring:
Occupational Therapists 🔴 Physical Therapists 🟡 Speech-Language Pathologists 🔵 Front Desk Administrators

If you want to practice excellent pediatric care in a clinic that believes fun and function go hand in hand (and truly lives its mission!) we’d love to connect ✨

Visit our Careers page to learn more about the BAC team, our benefits, and how to apply!
👉 https://www.bostonabilitycenter.com/careers

BAC Wellesley and BAC Natick will open at ❄️ 10:00 AM TOMORROW 2/24 ❄️ due to weather conditions. Our team will reach ou...
02/23/2026

BAC Wellesley and BAC Natick will open at ❄️ 10:00 AM TOMORROW 2/24 ❄️ due to weather conditions.

Our team will reach out about any affected morning appointments. As always, if you need support with scheduling, please call 781-239-0100 or email frontdesk@bostonabilitycenter.com

Thank you for your flexibility! Stay safe and warm. We can't wait to see you again soon 👋

❄️⚠️ Due to the winter storm, The Boston Ability Center (Natick & Wellesley) will be CLOSED on Monday, February 23rd ⚠️❄...
02/22/2026

❄️⚠️ Due to the winter storm, The Boston Ability Center (Natick & Wellesley) will be CLOSED on Monday, February 23rd ⚠️❄️

Our amazing front desk team will be reaching out to help reschedule appointments and/or switch sessions to telehealth. If you need support with scheduling, please call 781-239-0100 or email frontdesk@bostonabilitycenter.com.

Stay safe, stay warm, and we look forward to seeing many of you online! ☃️💻

🧝‍♂️ THE FELLOWSHIP IS FORMING ... 🧝‍♀️Middle-earth is coming to the BAC! We’re teaming up with The Story School for an ...
02/21/2026

🧝‍♂️ THE FELLOWSHIP IS FORMING ... 🧝‍♀️

Middle-earth is coming to the BAC! We’re teaming up with The Story School for an unforgettable live-action role play adventure - Middle-Earth Quest: Wrath of the Witch King.

The Witch-king and his minions are trying to break free from their story and invade the real world - and only a brand-new fellowship of brave kids & teens can stop them. Expect foam-sword battles, puzzles to solve, secrets to unlock, and chances to explore the BAC in ways you never have before!

First-timers are welcome! So are hobbits, elves, dwarves...maybe even wizards?!...in grades 4-12.

REGISTER HERE:
👉 https://pci.jotform.com/form/260256943499167

02/20/2026

Fitness Friday ❤️ Heart Health Month Edition!

February is Heart Health Month, and one of the best things families can do for their hearts is also one of the simplest: move together! That might look like a family walk after dinner - or maybe a little family skip when the mood strikes 😉

Walking (and skipping!) helps strengthen the heart, improve endurance, build lower-body strength, and support coordination. Skipping adds an extra challenge by increasing cardiovascular demand while targeting bilateral coordination, balance, timing, and rhythm - all important skills for growing bodies!

In this clip, Carolyn is skipping to show that heart-healthy movement doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. A walk around the neighborhood, a skip down the sidewalk, or a playful movement break at home all count. When movement is fun and shared, it’s easier to build healthy habits that stick!

At the Boston Ability Center, we want our care to reflect what families ACTUALLY need - so instead of making assumptions...
02/19/2026

At the Boston Ability Center, we want our care to reflect what families ACTUALLY need - so instead of making assumptions, we made a survey! ⭐

Your feedback helps us design future groups, camps, workshops, and specialty programs that truly support our community.

✅ It won’t take long! Just select what interests you and share your availability, if you’d like.

Thank you for helping us shape what's next at the BAC! ⭐

https://form.jotform.com/260123620279148

Janine Savage, one of our OT Department Supervisors, recently traveled to Charlotte, NC to attend the three day AOTA Chi...
02/19/2026

Janine Savage, one of our OT Department Supervisors, recently traveled to Charlotte, NC to attend the three day AOTA Children & Youth Specialty Conference!

During the conference, Janine participated in courses focused on:
🔴 Pediatric mental health
🟡 Caregiver self-efficacy
🔵 Neurodiversity affirming practice
🔴 Sensory processing differences..and more!

We’re excited for Janine to bring this knowledge back to our team as we continue to grow as evidence-based practitioners and stay connected with our wider occupational therapy community.

Way to represent our team and our commitment to lifelong learning, Janine! 👏✨

02/18/2026

Don’t miss your chance to swing, climb, and play your way through February at the BAC!

🔴 Families are invited to come experience all that BAC has to offer: a zipline, ball pit, tree house, rock wall, hammocks, swings, and LOTS of toys & games for all ages and abilities!
🟡 Open to the community - no need to be a current BAC family. $25 for one child, $15 for each additional child.
🔵 Spots fill fast! Visit the link below to save your spot!

👉 https://pci.jotform.com/form/260395896901166

See you Sunday 👋

✨ Every child deserves a way to be heard ✨AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is used to supp...
02/16/2026

✨ Every child deserves a way to be heard ✨

AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is used to support an individual’s ability to communicate a wide range of intents across varied communication partners and contexts.

Augmentative: a communication support in addition to speech
Alternative: a communication support used as an alternative to verbal speech

There is a wide range of what AAC supports can look like. Examples include the use of gestures, pointing to images, using a keyboard or alphabet board to spell out a word, or use of a speech-generating device.

A speech-generating device is a high-tech AAC support that, when activated, can produce audio output. For example, an individual could use an app on an iPad, press a series of icons, and express, “I want to play bubbles.”

✨ Please reach out to your child’s speech language pathologist if you have questions regarding AAC supports, need support in programming a high-tech AAC device, or if you are wondering if AAC could be a helpful support for your child ✨

This Valentine’s Day, we’re feeling extra grateful for all of the wonderful children and families we’ve met along the wa...
02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re feeling extra grateful for all of the wonderful children and families we’ve met along the way 💕 Your trust and support mean the world to us!

If you’ve had a positive experience with the Boston Ability Center, we’d love to hear from you! 🌟 A review from you would make our hearts skip a beat and help others find the support they need too. 💌

It only takes a minute, and it means so much to our team. Drop your love (and your review) by clicking the link below:

https://g.page/r/CYyxDcCNGUObEBM/review

Thank you for sharing your extraordinary children with us! Wishing you all a weekend full of love and joy ❤️💛💙

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49 Walnut Park
Wellesley, MA
02481

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7am - 6:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 2:30pm

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+17812390100

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The Boston Ability Center is a state-of-the-art pediatric wellness center that is dedicated to helping kids reach their highest level of function in every area of development. The center offers physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy in a setting that is full of fun and adventure. A variety of wellness classes are also offered: each one designed by specialists to help kids become confident and motivated in their path toward healthy, happy lives.